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City in Maryland, United States
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A Civil War-era Union patriot and close friend of Francis Scott Key, Barbara Fritchie is perhaps best known for flying the Union flag outside her house as General Stonewall Jackson marched by on the Maryland Campaign. In memory of this event, John Greenleaf Whittier wrote his poem Barbara Frietchie, lines of which Winston Churchill recited by memory during his visit to the city.
Also has locations in Sharpsburg and Washington, D.C.. The exhibits demonstrate how medicine was practiced during the Civil War (which was a lesson in patient endurance), as well as track advances in medicine during those times.
A hands-on children's museum with folks in period costume and "rural activities"
Site of a summer 1864 Civil War battle between General Jubal Early of the Confederacy and General Lew Wallace of the Union.
The grave of Francis Scott Key, author of the Star Spangled Banner.
One of the 6 most important historical houses in Maryland, dating back to 1732.
In a colonial German stone house built in 1758.
Art exhibits.
Dating from 1780. Closed to the public pending a restoration.
Museum in downtown Frederick featuring history of Brunswick and the C&O Canal with exhibits and a model train.
One of the oldest Lutheran churches in the United States, built in 1752.
Built in 1814, part of Frederick's reputation as "The City of Clustered Spires".
Downtown Frederick's 44-acre park features a carillon, band shell, tennis courts, softball and baseball field, Culler Lake, Thomas pool, and numerous playgrounds for children. Park features concerts and children's theater in the summer and numerous outdoor events throughout the year including a Fourth of July celebration.
Harry Grove Stadium
A Minor League Baseball affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.
Hosts events and festivals all year round.
Strong coffee in a comfortable setting.
Pizza with a pretzel crust. Just as amazing as it sounds. If you can't find a seat, take the pizza for a lovely meal in the park.
Sandwich shop with creative combinations of quality ingredients. You can eat a sandwich on a park bench watching the flow of the creek.
Famous for fresh seafood and delicious Maryland crab soup.
Great sandwiches and potatoes. The specialty is the 'exploded potatoes.'
Local brewery with a nice range of beers. The Nut Brown Ale and Oatmeal Stout are very good. Cask aged beers are often available. Pizzas and baked dishes from the brick oven are really good. Try the sweet potato fries.
Mostly natural and organic foods. Good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes.
European-style fine dining with an extensive wine list.
Distillery selling gin, whiskey, rye, absinthe, and other spirits. Mixed drinks served as well. Can also have burgers delivered from the burger shop next door.
Irish pub.
Cocktails and bites
Hookah bar with wide selection of sheesha. Serves Middle Eastern food. 50-cent beers on Thursdays. Frequented on the evenings by students from Hood College.
Brewery with indoor and outdoor seating area. Sometimes has live music and a food truck.
Coffee house, also rents bikes
Camping facilities.
Home goods shop with fun items and great gifts.
Classic record store, selling vinyl records, casette tapes, compact discs, and t-shirts.
Fun housewares and great gifts.
Delightful browsing in this unique collection of used books, sheet music, comics, etc. This store location is one of a few retail locations of Wonder Book which also sells many books online.
By train
MARC provides commuter rail service to Frederick Monday through Friday on the Brunswick Line, which originates at Union Station in Washington DC. Frederick station is located at 100 S East St.
By plane
Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI), Washington National Airport (DCA), or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are the nearest large commercial airports.
By bus
Route 515 provides service between Frederick and the Shady Grove Metrorail Station, whereby connections can be made from Washington, DC. The bus operates only during rush hour and costs $3.50.
By bus
TransIT operates bus services within Frederick. Buses operate between 6AM and 9PM and are free.
By rideshare
Uber is a popular method of transport in Frederick for those without a car.
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